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National Park Lahemaa
2. june 2003
Lahemaa National Park is situated in northern Estonia, there are many objects of historical, cultural and architectural value.
Objectives of conservation: to protect the landscapes typical to the northern part of Estonia. The Lahemaa National Park is situated in northern Estonia, 70 km east of Tallinn. It has many objects of historical, cultural and architectural value. Conservation is necessary to maintain the recreational as well as the scientific importance of the area, and to promote educational activities on nature conservation.
Tourist attractions include the following places of architectural and historical value, that may operate as museums and additionaly offer services:
The surrounding buildings, large parks and ponds of the Manors Palmse, Vihula and Sagadi, the Viitna Tavern, the village of Altja with old fisher’s houses and an operating pub, winter skiing, farm tourism etc.
Palmse Manor
This baroque manor was built in the 18th century and was owned by the barons von Pahlens. The furniture within is not original, but has been collected from all over Estonia. Highlights include: the music box, that a staff member might play for you; the dining room’s 1920’s furniture and fittings, all made in Tallinn; the rococo-style stove and 1850 Meissen porcelain chandelier in the”saloon”, the original Turkish couches, the last ones remaining in the country, in the smoking room; and the baron’s own chair.
Manor Sagadi
Sagadi is a long low manor with a lovely lake. The manor house was built in the 18th century and was one of the few mansions in Estonia to be decorated in the rococo style. It has been preserved to the present, together with its extension and Classical facade that both date from the end of the 18th century. The rooms have been restored and refurnished. The larger hall is convenient for organising concerts, conferences and seminars.
Vihula Manor
Vihula Manor, situated on a lake with a water mill, was considered to be one of the most beautiful manors in the area. It had an original plan for its grounds and the surrounding nature has played an important part in the development of the charming manor complex. Most of the present twenty five surviving buildings were erected in the 19th century. The park surrounding the central buildings has a large area that resembles the natural conditions beyond it.
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